Operations Support

Company: swift transportation
Location: New Boston
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Job DescriptionPrimary Purpose and Essential Functions: Perform Driver leadership and Planning functions for extended coverage shifts at larger terminal locations or in support of the Intermodal department (less than 50% planning) for assigned line of business. * DRIVER LEADERSHIP: * Fuel and route Drivers while promoting the safety of drivers. * Dispatch drivers on pre-planned loads and complete all corresponding computer work. * Communicate with drivers via QualComm messaging (read and send messages). * PLANNING: * Plan loads with Drivers/Trucks (spends less than 50% of time planning a designated area). * Work with other Terminal ECT members in drivers' and customers' special needs/requests as it relates to load planning. * Resolve load targets and ensure on time delivery. * CUSTOMER SERVICE: * Monitor assigned loads, document and make appropriate notifications of issues. * Anticipate and facilitate problem resolution on all loads for total customer satisfaction; manage service issues, research and code service failures. * Assist in the collection and maintenance of customer information; maintain knowledge of customer contractual requirements; receive, commit to, and load detailed customer load information ensuring system integrity. * Communicate effectively and professionally with Customers, Operations Drivers and all levels of leadership; maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner which facilitates the success of business operations in order to meet company demands and expectations. * Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership including, but not limited to: * Be responsive to drivers and other terminal needs and assist with emergency situations (i.e. accidents) if the need arises. * Understand and support company policies. * INTERMODAL DEPT RESPONSIBILITIES ONLY: * Work with all railroads to resolve issues such as Hazmat billing, billing issues, set outs as well as any issues that come up with the railroads. * Skills: Ability to lead others; ability to communicate well with others; ability to transfer knowledge; detail-oriented; excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent organizational skills; professional appearance; ability to take direction from leaders; knowledge of the transportation industry preferred. * Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. * Experience Required: Previous driving experience or six months of management, operations, or customer experience required. Additional education may subsitute for required experience.

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